Pets in the news
Scooping may be only effective way to curb dog's poop-snacking habit
Q: Why do my two Shih Tzus eat one another's poop?
Pets in the news
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PETS IN THE NEWS
State begins review to upgrade animal care standards
The Office of the State Veterinarian says it aims to give the public plenty of opportunity for input as it begins work on drafting animal health care standards for Alaska sled dogs, pets, horses and other animals.
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PETS IN THE NEWS
State to look at care standards for animals
The Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation, Office of the State Veterinarian, will host a public workshop to gather input for the development of animal care standards.
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FAIRBANKS
Soldiers' adopted dogs shipped to Fairbanks
They arrived at 10 p.m. Saturday from the cargo hold of an Alaska Airlines flight after a couple of days of flying. Their names are Apollo and Thor, and when Sgt. Conan Doyle's unit first found them, they were hungry and neglected in an Afghanistan police outpost.
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PETS IN THE NEWS
Miniature horse dies after attack by dogs at petting farm
Anchorage animal control officers are investigating a report of pit bull-mix dogs mauling a 30-inch miniature horse at an East Anchorage animal rescue and petting farm. The horse died Wednesday night.
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PETS IN THE NEWS
If We Love Cats So Much, How Come They Suffer So Much?
So, what's the deal with cats? Clearly, with 82 million pet cats in America, there are over 10 million more cats than dogs. According to the math, cats are man's best friends.
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PETS IN THE NEWS
Readers Share Their Thoughts
I try to occasionally share my column with you. Here are a few comments from readers. (I always welcome both email and snail mail.)
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PETS IN THE NEWS
Veterinary Research on Compulsive Behavior Could Benefit Dogs and People
It turns out that your dog's brain isn't all that different from your own. Dr. Nicholas Dodman, director of the behavior clinic at Tufts Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine, North Grafton, MA, has been studying compulsive behaviors in dogs, horses and cats for decades. And for years he's ...
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PETS IN THE NEWS
Success of Pet Adoption Program Thrills Spokesperson Hilary Swank
Academy Award-winning actress Hilary Swank is on the phone, sounding positively chirpy. Or perhaps that's a parrot in the background. "Yes, that's my African Grey; I have two parrots," says Swank. "Let me give you the great news. From October 1st (2009) through January 4th (2010), Iams Home ...
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PETS IN THE NEWS
Prison Inmates Help Train Assistance Dogs
Service and assistance dogs have never been so popular. "With so many veterans returning from overseas, and a greater understanding of what these dogs can do to help people, the need is growing," confirms Carl Rotans, head dog trainer at New York City-based Puppies Behind Bars.
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PETS IN THE NEWS
Beloved Artist, Pet Writer Dies
It's one of those ironies of life. Sometimes people who bring the most joy to others are themselves tortured. Stephen Huneck, 60, was an author and artist who depicted canine whimsy and devotion as few ever have.
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